Your Ultimate Cocktail Party Guide

Think of this party as a souped-up version of your favorite happy hour. Grab your friends, favorite drinks, appetizers, great music, and some comfortable seating, and you're off to a stellar start. Here, TheKnot.com breaks down what else you need to pull it all off (plus a few extra-genius surprises your guests won't be expecting).Hosting more get-togethers this season? Prepare with this holiday planning guide or whip up one of these 10-minute holiday party recipes to really wow your guests.

Cocktail-Hour Must: Have a Killer Signature Cocktail

Cocktail-Hour Must: Have a Killer Signature Cocktail

Whether it's a classic or totally new, you can match your signature cocktail to your color scheme and let it reflect your personality as a couple. Maybe your fave drink is whiskey lemonade, while his is gin and tonic. Feature both cocktails on the menu and give them creative names to reflect your personalities.